Things to Do – Mary and Jeff Bell Library Blog

How to Celebrate National Poetry Month This April

Post author:Lorin Flores
Post published:April 4, 2024
Post category:Books & More General News @ Your Library Things to Do

April is National Poetry Month, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy and engage with poetry from now till April 30th! Head over to poets.org to subscribe to Poem-a-Day to get a new poem sent to your email inbox daily and to learn more about National Poetry Month events and programming on a national level. Feeling inspired to write your own poetry? National Poetry Writing Month is a yearly event where participants take on the challenge of writing a…

Introducing Zotero, your personal research assistant!

Post author:Lorin Flores
Post published:October 13, 2023
Post category:Library Hacks Things to Do

Have you heard the news about the University’s new implementation of Zotero? You might be curious what Zotero is and what it does. Zotero is a free online tool that helps you store and organize your research sources (journal articles, book chapters, etc.) Zotero works as a desktop app on your device, but also has a browser connector to help you gather citations from your sources and a web-based version, too. Zotero generates bibliographies of your stored citations either as…

3 Tips on How to De-Stress Throughout the Semester

Post author:Diana Gaona
Post published:September 1, 2022
Post category:Hello, from the Staff Service for You Things to Do

As exciting as a new school year can be, it can also be very daunting to some. I remember when my daughter would start a new year, as excited as she was, she would also get a little stressed when it came to managing her school/work/life schedule. So, as this fall semester starts, I wanted to share 3 tips on how to de-stress throughout the semester. Get Moving – There are many different ways to do this on campus. Walking/Running…

Book Review, Free Resources, and New Computers!

Post author:Enrique Rodriguez
Post published:July 19, 2022
Post category:Books & More Hello, from the Staff Library Hacks Tech in the Library Things to Do

It's hot outside right now. I mean people are literally moving away from Texas because it's so hot! Thankfully here in the library, we have A/C. I am an indoor person and while I like to go out and experience things, my perfect day out is one where it looks like it might rain. Regardless, stay safe out there - it’s going to be a long summer! Book Review I wanted to review this book because 1: I have never…

The One Button Studio: A Tutorial

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:April 20, 2022
Post category:Hello, from the Staff Service for You Tech in the Library Things to Do

HEEELLLOOO ISLANDERS!! It has been a minute since an I-Create Lab blog post! I love making these blogs for you all (even if I run out of ideas most of the time). However, this month I have some very exciting news for you all! As many of you may know, the I- Create lab was under construction last semester. Being built was a One Button Studio. A One Button Studio is a soundproof room that students and staff can use…

How to Celebrate Women’s History Month with the Bell Library!

Post author:Emma Drumright
Post published:March 2, 2022
Post category:Service for You Things to Do Today's Special

March is here which means Women’s History Month is here! Women’s History Month is dedicated to honoring contributions of women and girls across the ages. This year’s theme, Women Providing Healing and Promoting Hope, is a tribute to the work of health care workers, caregivers, and frontline workers as well as the ways women of all cultures have provided both healing and hope throughout history. The National Women’s Alliance webpage has more information on this year's celebration and theme! Looking…

Beyond Distraction: Finding Focus in a Digital Landscape

Post author:Tara Carlisle
Post published:February 22, 2022
Post category:Library Randomness Things to Do

Most of what we do relies on digital technology, whether it’s to work, stay in touch with family and friends, or order takeout. And while we agree these technologies are very useful and fun, they also have a never-ending appetite for our attention to keep us engaged. For example, when we're trying to focus on the task at hand - researching a topic, studying for a test, completing a grant application – inevitably, an email, text, news flash pops up…

How to: Heart Shaped Pillow

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:February 8, 2022
Post category:Hello, from the Staff Things to Do We Made This

Valentine’s Day is here! Many may disagree but Valentine is my favorite holiday with the hearts, crazy cards, and colors are so fun! No matter who you are spending it with or if it's a day full of self-care we at the I-Create lab want you to have an amazing Valentine's Day! I will be showing how to create a heart-shaped pillow perfect for every day and a very cute Valentine's gift! The best part is you can create this…

The I-Create Lab’s Most Well-Kept Secret

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:January 4, 2022
Post category:Service for You Tech in the Library Things to Do

While you may be familiar with many of the machines of the I-Create lab, there is one machine kept tucked out of sight in the backroom. The Chandler & Price Letter Press is believed to be from 1910 – 1921 though we do not have confirmed documentation for the dates. This large piece of equipment weighs over 1000lbs and rarely leaves its spot in the back room of the I-Create Lab. Just because it doesn’t leave the backroom, doesn’t mean…

Oh, There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays: At-Home Library Resources!

Post author:Emma Drumright
Post published:December 14, 2021
Post category:Books & More Service for You Things to Do

When I used to think of “the library,” I would think solely of it as a physical place: the colorful walls and cozy carpets from when I was little, to the computers, printers, and quiet study areas from when I was in college. However, working in a library has opened my eyes to all the other possibilities of how you can use library resources without having to be at the library! And there are lots of resources and activities that…